Rodney Rude

About

Famous for his bawdy, off-color comedy act, this Australian stand-up comedian released numerous ARIA award-nominated comedy albums, including Rude Rides Again, Twice as Rude, and More Grunt.

Before Fame

Born Rodney Malcolm Keft in Nowra, New South Wales, he started his comedy career by performing comedic songs with a touring circus company.

Trivia

During the 1980s, he won a legal battle against obscenity charges that had been levied against him by members of the Queensland police force.

Family Life

His first marriage resulted in one son. He and his second wife, Pat, became parents to two daughters.

Associated With

He and Shaun Micallef both had successful comedy careers in Australia.